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Friendly Acres

Friendly Acres

Suburban Neighborhood in Greensboro, North Carolina

Guilford County 27410
$589,507 Average Value
$331 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Good vibes in Friendly Acres

With a name like Friendly Acres, it’s hard to deny this neighborhood’s close-knit vibe. Deep into the suburbs of Northwestern Greensboro, Friendly Acres is an established residential neighborhood with a strong sense of community. With neighborhood clubs, copious shopping and top-notch public schools, Friendly Acres is a good place to consider settling down.
Friendly Acres residents can join the private club to enjoy a large pool and clubhouse.
Friendly Acres residents can join the private club to enjoy a large pool and clubhouse.
Friendly Acres is set deep in mature landscape on the outskirts of Greensboro.
Friendly Acres is set deep in mature landscape on the outskirts of Greensboro.
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Getting around

Joseph M. Bryan Boulevard, a major highway in the area, runs along the northern edge of Friendly Acres, making commutes simple. However, access to a vehicle is a must, as there aren’t any bus stops in or near the neighborhood.
Friendly Acres is situated near several highways allowing for easy travel.
Friendly Acres is situated near several highways allowing for easy travel.
GTA busses serve from downtown to areas near Friendly Acres.
GTA busses serve from downtown to areas near Friendly Acres.
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Stately homes decorate the neighborhood

The housing stock in Friendly Acres consists primarily of sprawling, 3,000-square-foot estates from the late 1980s and early 1990s. Most houses in the community are stately and sophisticated brick Colonial-revival homes defined by their grand stature and timeless charm. “The market is strong and competitive here in Friendly Acres. A lot of people want to live here,” says Shelia Sanders, a Realtor with Re/Max Realty Consultants. “It’s a very established neighborhood where the houses are not necessarily that cookie-cutter type.”

Most homes feature ample square footage with four to five bedrooms and a minimum of three bathrooms. Ranch-style homes and neotraditional homes can also be found in the area. Price tags accompanying these homes are diverse and can reach the million-dollar mark. More commonly, prices fall between $500,000 and $700,000. Most of the half-acre properties in the neighborhood are freshly manicured with garden arrangements, trimmed bushes and plenty of trees.
Brick homes are a cornerstone of Friendly Acres.
Brick homes are a cornerstone of Friendly Acres.
Newer brick homes are found in Friendly Acres and compliment the traditional brick.
Newer brick homes are found in Friendly Acres and compliment the traditional brick.
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Highly-rated schools

Students in Friendly Acres attend Guilford County Schools, an above-average school district with nearly 70,000 attendees. Children start at Claxton Elementary School, which has an overall Niche grade of A-minus and is ranked the sixteenth-best public elementary school in Guilford County. Next, they attend Kernodle Middle School, which represents Guilford County’s above-average distinction with test scores that exceed the state average. The school has an overall Niche grade of A-minus and is ranked the fifth-best public middle school in the county. Teenagers attend Western Guilford High School, home of the Fighting Hornets. The school is home to over 1,300 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of 19-to-1 and has an overall Niche grade of B-plus.
Kernodle Middle school is a public option in Greensboro.
Kernodle Middle school is a public option in Greensboro.
Western Guilford High School is located in the Greensboro area.
Western Guilford High School is located in the Greensboro area.
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Friendly competition

Residents can connect with their community at the Friendly Acres Neighborhood Club. The membership-only facility features an array of amenities. Members can enjoy a day sitting by one of two pools on a lounge chair or play doubles on the tennis court. The club also features a small fitness center where residents can get in their daily workouts. The heart of the club is its 1,200-square-foot clubhouse, which frequently hosts holiday celebrations and private events.

The fun continues at Country Park, two miles east of Friendly Acres. Country Park is one of the largest parks in the city and is jam-packed with amenities. For just two dollars, visitors can take a spin on the carousel that sits adjacent to the water. Locals can also enjoy time on the water by renting a pedal boat and exploring the park’s small lake. The park additionally features a mountain bike zone, a paved walking trail and a dog park.
Friendly Acres Club offers pool, tennis, playground, and fitness center.
Friendly Acres Club offers pool, tennis, playground, and fitness center.
Kids love riding the carousel at Country Park just minutes from Friendly Acres.
Kids love riding the carousel at Country Park just minutes from Friendly Acres.
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Bagel schmear and palak paneer

When it comes time to shop, Friendly Acres has plenty to offer nearby. A few miles west are two buzzing shopping centers — New Garden Crossing and Jefferson Village Shopping Center. Across the street from one another, it’s easy to hop back and forth from each center, grabbing groceries, new clothes and a bite to eat. The shopping centers feature stores like Target, Michaels, The Fresh Market and Lowes Foods, to name a few. Locals can fuel their mornings with fresh bagels from New Garden Bagel Company. The bagels come in various flavors that can be topped with an assortment of cream cheese varieties. For dinner, there’s Lemon Indian Cuisine, with the tandoori chicken or tikka masala being favorite menu items.
Lemon Indian Cuisine is a local favorite restaurant in Friendly Acres.
Lemon Indian Cuisine is a local favorite restaurant in Friendly Acres.
New Garden Bagel Company is a popular spot in Friendly Acres.
New Garden Bagel Company is a popular spot in Friendly Acres.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Kelly Marks

    Kelly Marks

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Yost & Little Realty

    (743) 222-5015

    113 Total Sales

    2 in Friendly Acres

    $427K - $430K Price Range

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  • Tyler Wilhoit

    Tyler Wilhoit

    Tyler Readhead & McAlister LLC

    (743) 239-2533

    422 Total Sales

    1 in Friendly Acres

    $420,000 Price

    Tyler Wilhoit
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  • Colleen Long

    Colleen Long

    Responds Quickly

    Allen Tate - Greensboro

    (743) 222-5838

    102 Total Sales

    3 in Friendly Acres

    $330K - $440K Price Range

    Colleen Long
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  • Taylor Howell

    Taylor Howell

    Responds Quickly

    Howell Homes Team LLC

    (336) 203-7679

    101 Total Sales

    1 in Friendly Acres

    $1,100,000 Price

    Taylor Howell
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  • Michael McCollum

    Michael McCollum

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams One

    (336) 361-1505

    179 Total Sales

    3 in Friendly Acres

    $63K - $526K Price Range

    Michael McCollum
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  • Angie Wilkie

    Angie Wilkie

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Innovate-OIB Mainland

    (910) 807-4528

    221 Total Sales

    4 in Friendly Acres

    $431K - $555K Price Range

    Angie Wilkie
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Piedmont Triad International

18 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Friendly Acres US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Friendly Acres Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Friendly Acres, Greensboro sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Friendly Acres, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $349,990, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$398,791
Median Sale Price
$349,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$349,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$899,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$331

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
286
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1990
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,066
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,988

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
685
Median Age
53
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.4%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$145,833
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$158,258

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
77%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

15 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

5 / 100
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